Shapeshifting

Template:Version033 The Shapeshifting skill governs use of talismans and baubles, items that change your form. Higher Shapeshifting will reduce HP penalties and increase form bonuses.

Strategy

• Several forms provide a large boost to Unarmed Combat, although many forms allow you to use any weapon or provide useful non-melee bonuses.
• The biggest jump is going from "not being in a form" to "being in a form". If you plan on going Shapeshifting, it can be wise to train Shapeshifting skill exclusively, until you reach an acceptable skill for a given form.
• With the "average" species, Human, having -1 Shapeshifting, don't be afraid to train a negative Shapeshifting aptitude.

See Also

• Talisman
• List of talismans
• Shapeshifter

History

• The Shapeshifting skill was introduced in 0.31. Previously, Transmutations magic would let you change your form.